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Bill Drafting Counsel

The New York City Council, an equal opportunity employer, is seeking an attorney to serve as Legislative Counsel in the Bill Drafting Division.

SALARY RANGE:

$75,000 to $95,000

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Drafting local legislation.
  • Conducting legal research.
  • Analyzing legal and policy issues.
  • Advising Council Members and their staff.
  • Working with various stakeholders outside of the Council.

The Legislative Counsel may also be responsible for staffing one or more Council committees, including preparing and organizing committee hearings, and drafting committee reports and committee briefing papers, or other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Must be admitted to the New York State Bar or must be in the process of applying for admission.
  • Superior writing, research, and analytical skills.
  • Strong communication and organizational abilities and excellent academic credentials.
  • Able to exercise discretion and judgment when handling confidential information.
  • Able to interact successfully with elected officials and other stakeholders.
  • Hard-working, detail-oriented, and committed to public interest work.
  • Able to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
  • Client-oriented and a team player.
  • General computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Outlook and Word, are essential. Proficiency with Westlaw is strongly preferred.
  • Familiarity with New York City government is a plus.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

New York City residency is required within 90 days of appointment.

For eligible employees, health, dental and vision insurance coverage are offered upon hire. Retirement pans, deferred compensation plans, group life insurance, paid time off and paid holidays, training resources, health and fitness reimbursement and wellness programs are also available.

The New York City Council makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact EEOOfficer@council.nyc.gov.

HOW TO APPLY:

Qualified candidates should forward their resume, cover letter, and a writing sample to:

E-MAIL:       counciljobs@council.nyc.gov

MAIL:           New York City Council

                        Attn: Personnel Services/Recruiting (BD)

                        250 Broadway, 26th Floor

                        New York, New York 10007

FAX:              (212) 401-4711

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

The New York City Council is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual’s sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.